Broomedocs POdcast

In a lively discussion, the hosts dive into clinical curiosity, sparked by a crocodile story. They highlight mentorship in emergency care and the role of tranexamic acid in trauma. A Canadian study reveals how cash transfers can decrease homelessness without increasing substance use. They also compare video laryngoscopy and direct laryngoscopy for intubation efficiency. Family presence during resuscitation shows emotional benefits, while a whimsical study on mobile CT scanners at Oktoberfest raises questions about technology investment in trauma care.

Justin Morgenstern, an expert in evidence-based medicine, dives into intriguing topics ranging from alternative treatments for sepsis to the complexities of diagnosing long COVID. They evaluate a trial on herbal injections and discuss the importance of rigorous scientific scrutiny. The conversation also covers studies on TXA for cesarean hemorrhage, patient empowerment in obstetric care, and the controversial use of haloperidol in emergencies. With an engaging mix of humor and critical analysis, Morgenstern sheds light on the evolving landscape of emergency medicine.

This month on the Journal Club we tackle a lot of PAeds - croup, HFNC, sepsis and buckle injury. There is some old stuff about CT Head rules and some fascinating oddball papers.

This month we try to answer some of the big questions in ED practice... we do not necessarily succeed... How much electricity should we use in refractory VF? Should we suck clots out of legs? Should you put Tegaderm on eyeballs? Is the HEART score valid? Are any clinical decision tools really what we think? What happens if you discharge patients with low troponin rise? Should you evert the edges of the wounds? Can we send kids home with abnormal vital signs? Does kissing minor toddler boo-boos help? Do men with smaller penises drive fast cars?

This month we discuss "breaking good news"; less is more in temperature management, IV fluids, gloves... basically everything! Up your EBM game with some hands on data dissection! #FOAMed

On this months epic journal club we cover small PEs, small Dimers, CT-contrast, genomics, injecting spider juice and a whole bunch of stuff in between...

The nerdy goodness of #FOAMed #EBM is back with @First10EM and @broomedocs discussing a lot of papers - PE, COvID, flaming fingers, diverticulitis, overdiagnosis, more PEs, vitamin C, fraud and some myth busting

This month Justin and I tackle non-fatal MI, AF drugs, the worlds most deadly jewellery, some serious ethical questions and why tramadol is even worse than codeine! We also put the final nail in the saline vs. Ringers debate

Welcome to another research roundup with Justin and Casey. This month we cover the COCA trial, bougie v stylet, Raptor ring cutters and more...

Another set of evidence papers to discuss with Dr Morgenstern. We tackle hypothermia, malaria, Covid-bum, ketamine for ED take down and a whole heap more...